Presentation of the Spirit of Prophecy
New Believers to Have Clear Understanding—As the end draws
near, and the work of giving the last warning to the world extends, it
becomes more important for those who accept present truth to have
a clear understanding of the nature and influence of the Testimonies,
which God in His providence has linked with the work of the third
angel’s message from its very rise.—
Testimonies For The Church
5:654
(1889).
God’s Present-Day Instruction—In ancient times God spoke to
men by the mouth of prophets and apostles. In these days He speaks
to them by the testimonies of His Spirit. There was never a time
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when God instructed His people more earnestly than He instructs them
now concerning His will, and the course that He would have them
pursue.—
Testimonies For The Church 5:661
(1889).
Frequently Neglected—Ministers frequently neglect these impor-
tant branches of the work—health reform, spiritual gifts, systematic
benevolence, and the great branches of the missionary work. Under
their labors large numbers may embrace the theory of the truth, but in
time it is found that there are many who will not bear the proving of
God. The minister laid upon the foundation, hay, wood, and stubble,
which would be consumed by the fire of temptation.—
The Review and
Herald, December 12, 1878
.
Not to Take Place of the Bible—The testimonies of Sister White
should not be carried to the front. God’s Word is the unerring stan-
dard. The Testimonies are not to take the place of the Word. Great
care should be exercised by all believers to advance these questions
carefully, and always stop when you have said enough. Let all prove
their positions from the Scriptures and substantiate every point they
claim as truth from the revealed Word of God.—
Letter 12, 1890
.
Testimonies Not Ahead of Bible—The more we look at the
promises of the Word of God, the brighter they grow. The more
we practice them, the deeper will be our understanding of them. Our
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